Minister says the decision to sever ties with Taiwan is rooted in ‘pragmatism, not ideology’ amid economic hardships.

Minister says the decision to sever ties with Taiwan is rooted in ‘pragmatism, not ideology’ amid economic hardships.
China has stepped up pressure on Taiwan since Tsai Ing-wen was first elected president of the self-ruled island in 2016.
Diplomatic ties with Taiwan have become a flashpoint in Central America, where Beijing is looking to deepen links.
As clandestine networks form to support women, they look to Central America for a road map – and a warning.
Peru has struggled with diplomatic isolation as left-wing governments criticise its crackdown on protesters.
President Xiomara Castro’s government must do more to protect those fighting for environmental rights, critics say.
Two environmental activists were killed on Saturday after they opposed an open-pit iron oxide mine in a reserve.
President Xiomara Castro says emergency measures aim to curb gang extortion, recover areas held by organised crime.
Citizens of El Salvador, Honduras, Haiti and three other nations will get relief from US deportation until mid-2024.
Nicaragua, Honduras and El Salvador’s vote changes this year reflect relations with world superpowers, analysts say.
Sula Valley residents say inadequate government response to past storms has left them exceptionally vulnerable.
Hurricane downgraded to a tropical depression, but authorities say it could still produce flash flooding and mudslides.
The Castro administration says it will support groups such as the Garifuna, but community members are demanding action.
New investigation reveals allegations of torture, evidence-planting and extrajudicial killings by security forces.